"Henri Chouvet Painting, Algiers School, 1980, Abstract Composition"
Henri Chouvet (1906-1987) oil on canvas. Abstract composition signed lower right cHouvet dated 1984 countersigned on the back "Chouvet in capital letters + Signature cHouvet and titled Vauban or 13 painted surfaces." Format 33/41cm Quality work with beautiful harmony of colors and perfect balance, Good general condition, we will note some cracks and insolated colors Henri Chouvet recognized but little-known artist having been part of what was called the school of Algiers and part of the entourage of personalities such as Albert Camus or Jean Signovert. Artist sculptor and engraver originally from La Ciotat having worked in Algeria never took himself entirely seriously. In April 1961, he exhibited at the Romanet gallery, and participated in the creation of the group of seven, formed with Jean-Aimé-Roger Durand, Freddy Tiffou, Jacques Burel, André Cardona, Jean Simian and the painter Sintès.